UV To Do: August 2019
School may be just around the corner, but it’s not too late to cross the last few items off your summer bucket list. Here are some events in Utah Valley in the month of August to add to your calendar. Events Highland Fling When: July 27 – Aug. 3 Where: Heritage Park Cost: Varies Site: […]
UV To Do: July 2019
July means the month to celebrate both America and Utah. Light the fireworks (legally, of course) and let’s get this party started. Here are some ways to enjoy the height of summer in Utah Valley. Events Provo Farmers Market When: Every Saturday in July Where: Provo Center Street Cost: FREE Site: provofarmersmarket.com Freedom Festival Balloon […]
UV To Do: Calendar Of Events For June 2019
The Utah Valley Parade of Homes runs from June 6-22, 2019.Hello, summer, our old friend. School is out and it’s time to celebrate. Here’s a calendar of events happening right here in Utah Valley in June. Events Summer Reading Kickoff and Book Sale When: June 1 at 9 a.m. Where: Provo Library Cost: Varies Site: […]
UV To Do: Calendar Of Events For March 2019
Utah Valley has almost made it through the winter and spring is around the corner. As the days slowly get longer and the weather gets warmer, prepare for these Utah Valley events. Events Holi Festival of Colors When: March 30-31 Where: Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple Cost: Varies Site: festivalofcolorsusa.com Utah Home & Garden Show […]
Must-Dos for January and February
As winter settles in, there’s no shortage of events in the valley to warm our hearts. Here are our six picks for weekend warriors to enjoy during the months of January and February — straight from the glossy pages of Utah Valley Magazine. The Local Red Carpet February 27 – March 2 The 18th Annual […]
4 family outings for Thanksgiving Break
Between the family feast and the holiday shopping frenzy, families can use their extra-long Thanksgiving weekend to explore the winter wonderland unfolding in Utah Valley. Here are four family outings for the Thanksgiving Break. Spiritual and Religious Art of Utah On display until Jan. 16 at the Springville Museum of Art is the 33rd annual Spiritual […]
4 Utah County locations to let it glow this holiday season
The Temple Square Lights are known across the world for have its Christmas display experience in Utah. While driving to downtown Salt Lake is still a favorite holiday trek for families from around Utah, here are four local light displays this season with a much shorter travel time. Fibernet Light Display Six years ago, Fibernet […]
5 reasons to applaud Provo’s newest theater ‘The Hive’
By Hailey Bennett “The Hive” is the “Velour” of theater in Utah County. Just like the iconic space for live music, The Hive is in a cool downtown Provo location with a small setting and creative energy. The live theater opened August 17, and here are five reasons to sit yourself in one of their […]
Summer (and sanity) saving camps for kids in Utah Valley
The early bird gets the worm — or in this case, the guaranteed spot in that coveted summer camp. If you’re staring down three months of empty calendar squares and aren’t sure where to start when scheduling activities, all is not lost. There are venues across the county still accepting registrations for day and overnight […]
Utah Valley Hospital’s Heart & Sole combines heart entertainment and education
Heart and Sole, you’ll fall in love with heart health. Formerly known as the Race for Red, the Heart & Sole race is Utah Valley Hospital’s new venture to teach Utah Valley residents about heart health and provide a fun, family-friendly event. Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer of women and men in the […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
Here come the holidays. Fight the sweater weather temptation to stay indoors and start your holiday celebrations early with these weekend events. Provo’s Christmas Market Shopping around the Christmas tree market! Light up your holiday with Provo as Santa and Mayor-elect Michelle Kaufusi light the city at 6 p.m. Then shop to your heart’s content along […]
Pleasant Grove offers course for fathers who want to be better dads
If you’re a dad looking to be an even better dad, there’s a class for you. This month, Pleasant Grove Recreation started offering a course called 24/7 Dad. It teaches the five characteristics of the 24/7 father: self-awareness, caring for self, fathering skills, parenting skills and relationship skills. “It’s a whole-man approach,” said Dalin Belt, […]
Deck your halls with Sun River Gardens’ wreath decorating workshop
Christmas decor can transition from fa la blah blah blah to fa la oh là là at Sun River Gardens holiday wreath workshop, where attendees create a one-of-a-kind festive piece with assistance from workshop elves (aka Sun River employees). This two-hour class inside one of Utah County’s North Pole lookalikes brings together an eclectic mixture […]
Thanksgiving Point’s Luminaria lights up year two
Thanksgiving Point’s Luminaria was the social media darling of last year, with its inaugural draw of a million light bulbs, 27 themed areas and nearly 60,000 attendees. Now for the second season, this Point of the Mountain holiday mecca has more Christmas tricks up its white-fir-lined sleeve. “Anywhere we could add lights, we added them […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
The countdown to the holidays has officially begun. Fight the sweater weather temptation to stay indoors and start your holiday celebrations early with these weekend events. Lighting of Riverwoods Get the holidays started with a flip of a switch on Friday night. The Shops at Riverwoods presents its annual “Lighting of the Riverwoods” with special […]
The Outlets at Traverse Mountain to light Christmas tree on Saturday
The Outlets at Traverse Mountain are home to some of the valley’s best Christmas shopping AND the state’s tallest fresh Christmas tree. Need proof? Last year, Gov. Gary R. Herbert signed an official proclamation declaring the 85-foot white fir the tallest fresh-cut tree in Utah. The tree is brought in from a California tree farm […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
The countdown to the holidays has officially begun. Fight the sweater weather temptation to stay indoors and start your holiday celebrations early with these weekend events. Dias de los Muertos Get a cultural experience this weekend at the Shops at Riverwoods. Hosted by Mama Latina Connect, the event is helping raise funds for communities in […]
Free Utah Valley events to celebrate Veterans Day
Veterans Day is a day to honor and pay tribute to veterans and military personnel. While Veterans Day lands on Saturday this year, many cities and organizations have spread their events over Friday and Saturday. Here are a few 2017 Veterans Day events in Utah Valley: American Fork Using the theme, “All Gave Some, Some […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
The countdown to the holidays has officially begun. Fight the sweater weather temptation to stay indoors and start your holiday celebrations early with these weekend events. “Hello Dolly” A night out on the town along with seeing “Hello, Dolly” is likely to be a match made in heaven, just like the ones made by matchmaker […]
UV To Do: Calendar of events for November 2017
The holiday season is just getting started. Take a glance ahead and mark your calendar for these Utah Valley events and traditions. Events Dias de los Muertos When: Nov. 11 from 3 p.m.–9 p.m. Where: Shops at Riverwoods Cost: FREE Site: Facebook Lighting of Riverwoods When: Nov. 17 from 6 p.m.–9 p.m. Where: Shops at Riverwoods Cost: FREE Site: shopsatriverwoods.com Eat Like […]
InBALANCE Yoga hosts free Yoga Saturday for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
As a breast cancer survivor who then lost her husband to another form of the disease, InBALANCE Yoga studio owner Jennifer Schnabel is passionate about raising awareness of the terrifying illness that changed her life. “Yoga helps relieve suffering,” Schnabel told the Daily Herald. “I believe it liberated my soul, and I want other to experience […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
Halloween is practically here and many Utah Valley organizations are celebrating early this weekend. Don’t let sweater weather keep you indoors — especially with these events going on around town. “Peter and the Wolf” by the Timpanogos Symphony Orchestra Make Halloween spooky yet elegant with these classics. The Timpanogos Symphony Orchestra is performing Prokofiev’s famous […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
Are you falling for fall yet? As Utah mountainsides turn red, yellow and orange, its time to take a glance at what Utah has to offer in the autumn. Don’t let sweater weather keep you indoors this week — especially with these events going on around town. Halloween Lift Rides Get ready to soar above […]
Weekend best bets: 6 Halloween haunts in Utah Valley
It’s Friday the 13th. Do you dare try out some of Utah Valley’s Halloween haunts during the spookiest day of the year? Don’t worry — not all of the haunts are the top of the scream factor, but some of them are. Thriller Odyssey Dance Theatre As “darkness falls across the land” Odyssey Dance Theatre […]
Broadway star Sutton Foster, “Downton Abbey” star join Mormon Tabernacle Choir for 2017 Christmas concerts
Broadway award-winning actress Sutton Foster and “Downton Abbey” actor Hugh Bonneville are joining the Mormon Tabernacle Choir for its annual Christmas concerts in December, the Mormon Tabernacle Choir announced Thursday morning. “Sutton Foster’s crystal-clear voice and vibrant stage presence will pair wonderfully with the Choir and Orchestra. She will be an absolute delight for audiences,” […]
McCoard’s Provo Corn Maze turns corn maze into a mission
Provo Corn Maze needs a hero. At least, that is how each event at the McCoard’s Garden Center’s fall activities is set up. During October, McCoard’s Garden Center transforms into a Halloween festivity with its corn maze, zombie paintball and other autumn-themed activities. But it’s more than a corn maze — it’s a mission (if […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
Are you falling for fall yet? As Utah mountainsides turn red, yellow and orange, its time to take a glance at what Utah has to offer in the autumn. Don’t let sweater weather keep you indoors this week — especially with these events going on around town. Pumpkin Festival on Heber Valley Railroad All aboard! […]
Where to experience fall near Salt Lake City
In partnership with Expedia It’s time to fall into fall. Splashes of color highlight Utah’s mountains as the temperatures start to drop. As the sweater weather settles in, Utah’s fall festivities kick into full gear for the season. Whether day-tripping or looking to rent a car, these sites are worth the short drive out of Salt […]
UV To Do: Calendar of events for October 2017
Events Sundance Scenic Lift Rides When: Sept. 5 – Oct. 8 from 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Where: Sundance Cost: $15-$20 for adults; $13–$18 for children Site: sundanceresort.com Halloween Lift Rides When: Oct 19–31 from 7 p.m.–10 p.m. (Closed Sundays and open until 11 p.m. on weekends) Where: Sundance Cost: $20 for adults; $17 for children Site: sundanceresort.com Fall Festival When: Oct. 6 from 5–8 p.m. Where: Shay Park […]
Weekend best bets: 5 Utah Valley weekend events
School has officially taken over the valley, but attendance at these fun weekend events is mandatory. Take a break from hitting the books and enjoy a weekend of fun in September with these Utah Valley events. “Catch Pocket Monsters: A Musical Parody” Gotta catch the show! Four Utah comedies wrote the script for this “Pokemon” […]